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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR KIA AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported KIA cars and light trucks from 1990+

Kia -> Electric Cooling Fans -> Precautions -> Air Bag System Disarming & Arming -> Battery Ground Cable -> Product Compatibility
Vehicle: 2003 KIA Optima 2.4 L4 GAS

Air Bag System Disarming & Arming

Refer to and for air bag system disarming and arming procedures.

Battery Ground Cable

Prior to service, disconnect battery ground cable ...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR KIA AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported KIA cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-lock Brakes -> System Service -> ABS Control Unit -> Brake System Bleed -> Component Replacement
Vehicle: 1995 KIA Sportage 2.0 L4 GAS

Brake System Bleed

Refer to "Hydraulic Brake System" for air bleeding procedure.

Component Replacement

ABS Control Unit
  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Disconnect ABS control unit harness connector.
  • Remove lower instru...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR KIA AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported KIA cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

Kia -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> Sedona & Sportage -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 2001 KIA Sportage 2.0 L4 GAS

Normal Service

Replace every 30 months or 30,...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR KIA AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported KIA cars and light trucks from 1990+.

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2007 KIA Spectra SX 2.0 L4 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle and support it with safety stands in proper locations.
  • Remove wheel nuts and front wheels.
  • Remove drain plug and drain transaxle fluid in suitable container.
  • Remove driveshaft cotter pin, castle nut and washer from front hub.
  • Disconnect tie rod end ball joint from steering knuckle using suitable tool.
  • Remove bolts securing wheel speed sensor from steering knuckle.
  • Disconnect strut upper mounting bolts.
  • Tap on driveshaft front hub assembly using plastic hammer.
  • Push front hub assembly outward and separate driveshaft from hub assembly.
  • Insert suitable tool ...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR KIA AUTOMOBILES

Description, component locations, reset procedures, relearn procedures, diagnosis and testing, wiring diagrams, component replacement, and identification of vehicles equipped and not equipped with tire pressure monitoring system for most domestic and imported KIA cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Component Replacement -> Installation -> Low Frequency Initiator (LFI) -> Removal -> Tire Pressure Sensor -> TPMS Receiver
Vehicle: 2007 KIA Sedona EX 3.8 V6 GAS

Tire Pressure Sensor

Removal
  • Loosen the wheel lug nuts.
  • Raise and support the vehicle with jack stands.
  • Remove tire and wheel assembly from vehicle.
  • Deflate air from tire assembly, then remove wheel weights.
  • Break tire bead 180° from valve stem. When removing tire from rim caution should be taken not to hit valve stem with tire tools.
  • Remove the valve nut. Use caution when handling sensor.
  • Discard valve nut.
Installation
  • Use caution when handling sensor. Avoid getting any lubricant on sensor.
  • Place valve in sensor and turn valve three times with square part of screw in slot. The fit ...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR KIA AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported KIA cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2009 KIA Optima LX 2.7 V6 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Disconnect starter cable from B+ terminal on solenoid, then disconnect connector from S terminal...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR KIA AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported KIA cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Kia -> 2007-09 Rondo
Vehicle: 2008 KIA Rondo LX 2.4 L4 GAS

Under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 10,000 miles. If driving in an air-polluted area or rugged terrain, check and replace the cabin air filter as frequently as possible.

  • Open the glove compartment door.
  • Lower the glove com...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR KIA AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported KIA cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Kia -> Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD)/Parking Brake Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2006 KIA RIO LX 1.6 L4 GAS

The EBD/Parking Brake warning lamp is used to warn of a system fault. It will be lit during engine start-up, but should go out when the self-diagnostic system determines that the system is functioning properly. The lamp will also illuminate when the parking brake is in the applied position. If the lamp EBD/Pa...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR KIA AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported KIA cars and light trucks from 1990+

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 1998 KIA Sephia 1.8 L4 GAS

  • Drain coolant into a suitable container.
  • Remove radiator ...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR KIA AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported KIA cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace -> Air Conditioning -> Alternator -> Power Steering
Vehicle: 2007 KIA Spectra LX 2.0 L4 GAS

Alternator

  • Disconnect battery ground cable from battery.
  • Loosen alternator upper locknut.
  • Loosen lower mounting nut.
  • Push alternator inward toward engine.
  • Remove alternator drive belt.
  • Clean and inspect belt surfaces of all pulleys.
  • Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
    • Torque alternator mounting nut and bolt to 18 ft. lbs.
    • Torque alternator adjustment lockbolt to 11 ft. lbs.
    • Torque alternator brace mounting bolt to 17 ft. lbs.

Air ...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR KIA AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most KIA cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Wheel Speed Sensors Diagram for 2006 KIA Sportage LX 2.0 L4 GASWheel Speed Sensors Diagram for 2006 KIA Sportage LX 2.0 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Wheel Speed Sensor
  • Wheel Speed Sensor Connector
  • Safety Windows Diagram for 2004 KIA Amanti  3.5 V6 GASSafety Windows Diagram for 2004 KIA Amanti 3.5 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • BCM
  • ECU
  • Driver Door Module
  • Assist Door Module
  • Safety Window ECU
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR KIA AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most KIA cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2008 KIA Spectra LX 2.0 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 KIA Spectra LX 2.0 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • SRS Control Module
  • Instrument Cluster
  • Body Control Module
  • Air Bag Indicator
  • Clock Spring
  • 2007 KIA Rondo LX 2.4 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2007 KIA Rondo LX 2.4 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • SRS Control Module
  • Data Link Connector
  • Body Control Module
  • A/C Control Module
  • Powertrain Control Module
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR KIA AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most KIA cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: KIA REMANUFACTURED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION PROGRAM - REVISED
    Vehicle: 2005 KIA Sedona EX 3.5 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Automatic Trans, Coolers, Torque Converter
  • Document: Service Action: Mood Lamp Control Unit Replacement
    Vehicle: 2010 KIA Soul Sport 2.0 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Lighting, Horns, Turn Signals, Steering Column
  • Electronic Devices, Computers, PROMS, Sensors
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR KIA AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most KIA cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most KIA cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most KIA cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most KIA cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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